Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 12, 2025

Welcome to LeadershipDevelopmentCenter.com, owned and operated by Contagious Companies, Inc. (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We’re glad you’re here and value your trust. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect the information you provide when you visit our site, register for a course, or use our online learning services (collectively, the “Services”).

By using LeadershipDevelopmentCenter.com, you agree to the terms described here. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in a few ways, depending on how you interact with us.

Information You Provide

  • Account & Profile: name, email, username, and password.
  • Billing & Payment: payment information (handled securely by our third-party processor), billing address, and purchase history.
  • Communication: emails or messages sent to us, support requests, and survey responses.
  • Learning Activity: course progress, quiz responses, and completion status.
  • Preferences: choices about marketing, notifications, and cookies.

Information We Collect Automatically

  • Device type, browser, IP address, time zone, and usage data such as pages visited and session duration.
  • Cookies, tags, and similar technologies used for analytics, site performance, and personalization.

Information from Third Parties

If you access our site through a linked account (such as Google or LinkedIn), we may receive limited profile information from that platform—based on what you choose to share.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Deliver, personalize, and improve our learning platform and Services
  • Process payments and provide course access
  • Communicate about account updates, courses, or promotions
  • Issue certificates of completion
  • Support technical, administrative, and security functions
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Analyze usage to improve user experience

We do not sell your personal information.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Where required by law (including EU, UK, or Canadian users), we rely on one or more of these legal bases:

  • Contractual necessity – to deliver the Services you request
  • Consent – when you opt in to marketing or specific communications
  • Legitimate interests – improving user experience and platform performance
  • Legal obligation – to comply with laws or regulations

4. How We Share Information

We share only as necessary to provide our Services:

  • Service Providers: such as payment processors, hosting partners, email systems, and analytics tools.
  • Corporate Affiliates: Contagious Companies, Inc. may share data across its internal systems and properties.
  • Legal Requirements: when necessary to comply with law, prevent fraud, or protect safety.
  • Business Transfers: in the event of a merger or reorganization.
  • Your Direction: if you choose to share your progress or posts with others.

We do not sell, rent, or trade user information for marketing purposes.

5. Cookies and Tracking

Cookies help us understand how you use our site and enhance your experience. You can control or delete cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work as intended.

6. Data Retention

We keep information only as long as necessary to provide Services, meet legal requirements, or resolve disputes. When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information—such as encryption, secure hosting, and access controls. No system is entirely foolproof, but we work to maintain strong protection and continual monitoring.

8. Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your information
  • Request a copy (data portability)
  • Object to or limit certain processing
  • Withdraw consent
  • File a complaint with your data protection authority

To exercise these rights, email info@ContagiousCompanies.com. We may verify your identity before processing requests.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our site and Services are intended for adults (18+). We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If a child has provided personal data, please contact us and we’ll promptly delete it.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to servers located in the United States. Where laws require additional safeguards (such as GDPR), we apply appropriate protections like Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent mechanisms.

11. Policy Updates

We may occasionally update this Privacy Policy to reflect new features or regulations. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.

12. Contact Us

For questions about this policy or your data:
Contagious Companies, Inc.
P.O. Box 683316
Orlando, FL 32868
Email: info@ContagiousCompanies.com